Wheat Operation Executive

Location: Tincan A (TCA) , Nigeria

Date: 30 Oct 2026

Business: Wheat Milling & Pasta

Department: MATS

Business Information - Wheat Milling & Pasta

We focus on processing and value addition locally within the region we supply. We are amongst the top grain miller in Africa and no 1 pasta manufacturer in Nigeria. We produce a range of quality pasta, semolina and flours for bread, baguettes, biscuits & confectionaries. With strong regional presence in this category across Nigeria, Senegal, Cameroon and Ghana, we produce high quality flour to meet the growing demand for wheat-based products popular amongst African consumers. Our leading brands, Mama Gold Crown Premium Pasta and Supreme Semolina in Nigeria, First choice in Ghana and Senegal and Bijou in Cameroon, comply with the stringent requirements of the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and those of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

We’ve build a long-term relationships with customers such as artisanal bakers, industrial users, and consumers. Understanding their needs and working with them, help us in continuous improvement of our product. We have several initiatives across the region to improve and empower our customers. Few such initiatives are My Healthy Baker in Ghana, Crown Flour Angels Programme in Nigeria & Mamie project in Senegal.

For more information please visit: Grains & Oilseeds | Wheat Milling | Olam Agri

Job Description

To oversee the safe, efficient, and accurate receipt, handling, storage, and transfer of bulk wheat through to mills supply. The role is responsible for maximizing throughput, inventory accuracy, minimizing losses and downtime, and driving operational excellence through effective stock management, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

1. Wheat Handling (Bulk wheat receipt and transfer)

• supervise the unloading of bulk wheat vessels to factory silos and wheat transfer to mills

• manage optimal run of unloading and conveying systems

• Monitor equipment and operations to maintain optimal throughput of vessel discharge and mill transfer per milling requirements

2. Wheat Stock Management:

• Coordinate daily and monthly stock taking to ensure inventory accuracy

• Track and maintain stock aging and FIFO

• Track and report stock variance to maintain stock integrity

3. Quality and Food safety:

• Coordinate fumigation schedules and pest control measures in coordination with EHS functions.

• Collaborate with the Quality Control (QC) team to address quality concerns

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4. Equipment Maintenance and Operational excellence:

• Ensure all conveying machines, and cleaning machinery are in proper working condition.

• Coordinate performance review -SHO, DOR and WOR

• Report and follow up on equipment repairs and preventive maintenance schedules with the engineering team.

• Responsible for autonomous maintenance of conveying and cleaning machines.

5. Recordkeeping and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of wheat intake, stock levels, and transfers to the mill.

• Manage SAP GRN postings and track SAP V physical variances

• Prepare and submit daily/weekly operational reports to the Wheat Operations Manager.

• Track key metrics such as throughput rates, downtime and OEE, GMP compliance, and safety compliance metrics.

6. Safety and Operational Standards:

• Enforce adherence to safety protocols and operational SOPs across all activities.

• Conduct safety checks on storage and handling equipment to ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.

• Lead safety observations reporting and closure and promote a culture of safety among team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering

• 6 years + of Agri processing/FMCG production experience

• Technical Expertise: Knowledge of conveying systems and Bulk handling systems

• Analytical Skills: Ability to monitor and analyze operational data for efficiency and quality improvement.

• Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills to address operational challenges effectively.

• Communication: Clear and concise reporting and team coordination skills.

• Proficiency in using MS Excel

Olam Agri is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.